Outdoors

Rent street-legal golf carts on 30A: learn laws, community restrictions, rental costs, top providers, parking rules, and safety tips to avoid fines or repossession.

A photographer's guide to the top five 30A locations for wildlife and dune-lake shots, with best times, species highlights, and essential gear tips.

Volunteer-led group educates beachgoers on nesting season, the #CleanDarkFlat campaign, and how to protect South Walton’s endangered sea turtles.

Paddleboarding guide for Grayton Beach: Western Lake vs Gulf, rentals, best times, wildlife highlights, safety rules, and park access details.

The rare coastal dune lakes along 30A host 15 brackish lakes with 180+ bird species and diverse wildlife, threatened by pollution and development.

Kayaking is generally easier for beginners on 30A's calm dune lakes; paddleboarding gives a full-body workout and a higher vantage.

A park-by-park photography guide to 30A's best state parks—top photo spots, golden-hour tips, gear advice, and entry fees.

Enjoy white-sand beaches, the Timpoochee Trail, farmers markets, free concerts and scenic towns along 30A year-round with minimal or no cost.

Explore South Walton's 30A eco-tours to spot dolphins, nesting sea turtles, shorebirds, gopher tortoises, alligators, and rare coastal dune lake wildlife.

Plan a budget-friendly winter getaway to South Walton with packing tips, booking advice, quiet beaches, bike trails, dining ideas, and seasonal events.

A practical camping checklist for Florida’s Gulf Coast: reservations, RV/tent/cabin gear, safety, beach and trail packing, and campground rules.

Monthly two-hour guided plant walks along Florida’s coast to ID native plants, learn habitats and wildlife connections; park entry $6 per vehicle.